Tibetan Singing Bowls: Sound Healing, Meditation & Benefits
An ancient, hand-crafted metal bowl.
You strike or rim-play it to create a warm, resonant tone.
That tone helps many people relax, focus, and meditate.
Made from: traditional alloy blends (often copper, tin trace metals).
Origin: Nepal/Tibet region; ours are handmade in Nepal. How a singing bowl works (the quick science)
Strike or circle the rim → the bowl vibrates.
Vibration = fundamental note harmonic overtones.
Your body hears it and gently feels it.
Many notice quieter thoughts and slower breathing.
Two techniques
Strike: light tap on the outer rim → clear chime.
Rim-play (“sing"): slow, even pressure around the rim → sustained tone. Benefits people look for (wellness, not medicine)
Deep relaxation & stress relief — a quick reset between tasks.
Meditation & mindfulness — easy anchor for attention.
Yoga class cues — open/close, breath pacing.
Sleep wind-down — calm tone before bed.
Space ambiance — soft sound that makes a room feel intentional.
I keep claims realistic: bowls may support relaxation and focus.
They don’t diagnose, treat, or cure conditions. How to play (30-second start)
One clear strike
Bowl on cushion or palm.
Hold the mallet near the top third.
Gentle tap on rim.
Let the note bloom.
Rim-play
Rest on a cushion.
Slow circle along rim with light, constant pressure.
When the tone “catches," ease pressure slightly. Which size should I choose? (A quick buyer’s guide)
Small (≈8.5-10.5 cm): desks, travel, single chimes.
Medium (≈11.5 cm): home meditation, fuller tone, easier rim-play.
Large (≈12.5 cm ): sound baths, room-filling resonance.
Tip: medium bowls are the sweet spot for first-time buyers. Story
A yoga teacher in Auckland told me her old bowl sounded sharp.
We tried a 12.5cm Nepal bowl. First rim-play, she smiled:
“That’s the sound — warm, steady, not piercing."
A right bowl = a calmer room, smoother classes. Care & safety
Wipe with a soft dry cloth.
Avoid harsh cleaners and long moisture exposure.
Gentle use only; keep away from small children and pets. Why Nature’s Basket bowls (NZ)
Handmade in Nepal by skilled artisans.
Rich, resonant tone with clear fundamental overtones.
Complete set — bowl, wooden mallet, handmade silk cushion.
Fast shipping — Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Tauranga, Dunedin. FAQs — Tibetan Singing Bowl
Is every bowl hand-hammered?
Yes. Expect unique hammer marks and character.
Beginner friendly?
Totally. Start with one strike; add rim-play once comfortable.
What size for a small studio?
8.5-12.5 cm is versatile for classes and home practice.
Can I pair with essential oils?
Yes, for the room, not on the bowl. Diffuse Frankincense or Lavender nearby.
Does metal type matter?
Traditional multi-metal alloys deliver stable, musical overtones. Related links
Handmade Tibetan Singing Bowl
Frankincense Oil (diffuser for meditation space)
Jojoba Oil (carrier for scent rituals)
How to Dilute Essential Oils (NZ Guide)